Red, White & Blueberry Trifle
When you’re looking for a festive 4th of July dessert or an easy summer treat, turn to this red, white, and blue trifle to satisfy your sweet tooth. A classic trifle is layered with pound cake and fruit, then served in a glass bowl so you can admire all its layers.
Tips for Making a Red, White, and Blueberry Trifle
A red, white, and blueberry trifle is a great make-ahead dessert for the 4th of July because it looks festive and feeds a crowd. Here are some tips to make it both beautiful and delicious:
Choose the Right Layers
- Red: Strawberries, raspberries, or a mix of both.
- White: Whipped cream, vanilla pudding, cheesecake filling, or mascarpone cream.
- Blue: Blueberries are classic and hold up well without getting mushy.
- Cake: Pound cake, angel food cake, vanilla cake, or ladyfingers work well.
Keep the Cake Moist (Not Soggy)
- Cut cake into 1-inch cubes.
- If using pound cake, lightly brush with lemon syrup or berry juice for extra flavor.
- Avoid soaking the cake too heavily or the trifle can become mushy.
Make a Stable Cream Layer
For a cream that holds up for hours:
- Beat 2 cups heavy cream with 8 ounces softened cream cheese and ¼ cup powdered sugar.
- This creates a cheesecake-style filling that won’t deflate like plain whipped cream.
Layer for Maximum Visual Impact
Use a clear trifle bowl and arrange fruit along the glass:
- Cake cubes
- White cream layer
- Strawberries
- More cream
- Blueberries
- Repeat
Press some berries against the sides of the bowl as you build the trifle for a striking red-white-blue pattern.
Add Flavor Boosters
- Lemon zest in the cream brightens the berries.
- A splash of vanilla extract enhances the dessert.
- Fresh mint can add a refreshing note.
Make It Ahead
- Assemble 4–12 hours before serving.
- Keep refrigerated.
- Add the final whipped cream topping and decorative berries just before serving for the freshest look.
Red, White & Blueberry Trifle
When you’re looking for a festive 4th of July dessert or an easy summer treat, turn to this red, white, and blue trifle to satisfy your sweet tooth. A classic trifle is layered with pound cake and fruit, then served in a glass bowl so you can admire all its layers.
Ingredients
- 1 (15 oz) Package White Cake Mix
- Crisco® Pure Vegetable Oil
- Water
- Egg whites
- 1 (3.4 oz) Package Cheesecake Instant Pudding Mix
- 2 1/2 cup Milk
- 1 (8 oz) Container Whipped Topping
- 6 cup Fresh Berries – your choice sliced
Instructions
- PREPARE cake mix according to package instructions using recommended amounts of oil, water and egg whites. Bake in 13 x 9-inch baking pan according to package instructions. Cool completely in pan on wire rack.
- WHISK pudding mix and milk in large bowl 2 minutes. Fold in whipped topping until completely blended.
- CUT cake into 1-inch cubes. Place half of cake cubes in large trifle dish or 4-quart glass bowl. Top evenly with half of pudding mixture and 4 C. berries. Top with remaining cake cubes, pudding mixture and berries.
- Cover and chill until ready to serve. Garnish with mint leaves.
